Is it necessary to get a new sump plug washer?

1. LSOfreak Saxperience Addict Joined: Jan 2008 west london Posts: 13810

   #1 5th August 2010, 12:51

   when doing an oil change thanks
2. Reechard Established Member Joined: Oct 2009 Cirencester Posts: 2286 2x Mazda Mx5s, Volvo s80, Citroen DS4

   #2 5th August 2010, 12:59

   Id get a washer. You dont have to if they are in good condition but it is advisable.
   
   For what they cost you might as well, comes to about £3-4 last time I got one.
3. user_40784 Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Jan 2010 London Posts: 2768

   #3 5th August 2010, 13:16

   I would recommend you change them. Should cost about £2 for a washer and sump plug from a main dealer.
4. LSOfreak Saxperience Addict Joined: Jan 2008 west london Posts: 13810

   #4 5th August 2010, 13:25

   k cheers, so if i change the washer is it necessary to change the sump plug too lol?
5. lisavts Infrequent Poster Joined: Mar 2004 Stocksbridge, Sheffield Posts: 182 Mercury Grey VTS 1998

   #5 5th August 2010, 13:42

   just change the washer.....
6. raunchz Saxperience Addict Joined: Jul 2005 Solihull / Bournemouth Posts: 14233 2015 Lapiz Blue Golf R

   #6 5th August 2010, 16:28

   washer = sub £1 from halfords on trade